Reviewer: The Big Fella, 55-64 Male on Treatment for 2 to less than 5 years (Patient)

Effectiveness

Current Rating: 5

Ease of Use

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Satisfaction

Current Rating: 3

Comment: I have been on Zocor for 4 years, lowered total cholesterol dramatically but at the same time I developed leg and back muscle cramping and pain, Doc took me off and in one week the cramping and muscle pain has nearly all disappeared...live tests stayed in the normal range the whole time!

Comment:I have been on Zocor for 4 years, lowered total cholesterol dramatically but at the same time I developed leg and back muscle cramping and pain, Doc took me off and in one week the cramping and muscle pain has nearly all disappeared...live tests stayed in the normal range the whole time!Hide Full Comment

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Reviewer: Victorianangel, 45-54 Female on Treatment for 6 months to less than 1 year (Patient)

Effectiveness

Current Rating: 4

Ease of Use

Current Rating: 5

Satisfaction

Current Rating: 5

Comment: Prescribed after Lipitor & diet also Pravachol didn't help....first perscribed 40 mg., then after next lipid profile Doctor upped it to 60 mg. Currently without health insurance....can't afford it out of pocket...as of now only taking Vit C, Vit. E, Garlique, Multivitamin.

Comment:Prescribed after Lipitor & diet also Pravachol didn't help....first perscribed 40 mg., then after next lipid profile Doctor upped it to 60 mg. Currently without health insurance....can't afford it out of pocket...as of now only taking Vit C, Vit. E, Garlique, Multivitamin.Hide Full Comment

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